Bhansha - Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar
Bhansha is a village situated in the Khatima tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatima and around 89 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Haldi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bhansha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bhansha is 056299. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.55 hectares and falls under the 262308 pincode. Khatima is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Bhansha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khatima Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Bhansha
According to the 2011 Census, Bhansha village had a total population of 64 people, including 36 males and 28 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 778 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.04%, with male literacy at 93.10% and female literacy at 80.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 64 | 36 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 27 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 9 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Bhansha
Bhansha is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Bhansha
Bhansha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Bhansha.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khatima to Bhansha is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Bhansha is about 89 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bhansha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bhansha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Bhansha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bhansha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Bhansha
Where is Bhansha located?
Bhansha village is located in Khatima Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bhansha?
The Gram Panchayat of Bhansha is Haldi.
What is the pincode of Bhansha?
The pincode of Bhansha is 262308.
What is the population of Bhansha?
Bhansha had a total population of 64, including 36 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Bhansha?
Bhansha had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bhansha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bhansha was 87.04%. Male literacy was 93.10% and female literacy was 80.00%.